Sonesta International Hotels is hiring: Housekeeping Manager in New York

Overview

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Job Description Summary

The Housekeeping Manager (HM) works within the department to supervise the housekeeping and laundry operation to ensure product quality standards are met and that optimum service is provided to hotel guests according to hotel and company business objectives. In addition to keeping the entire hotel clean, the Housekeeping Manager is responsible for maintaining a neat and organized housekeeping and laundry area and is responsible for the security of the hotel linen and supplies inventory. The Housekeeping Manager’s focus on guest and associate satisfaction, expense control and product quality and will contribute to the overall goals of the hotel.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients. Manage according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards and instill a passion for customer service in all associates of the hotel. Create processes and procedures to ensure the hotel is properly supplied with all guest amenities, are meeting guest expectations, and the hotel is properly maintained and clean.
• Ensure all staff is properly trained and have the supplies and equipment needed to effectively carry out their job functions.
• Lead the delivery of clean rooms for occupancy that meet the brand’s time, product and placement standards.
• Partner with the Operations Manager to monitor performance and make recommendations for disciplinary and other human resources-related actions.
• Partner with the Operations Manager to recruit, develop, and manage the Housekeeping staff.
• Inspect all assigned suites and public areas to ensure furnishings, guest suites, equipment, linens, and public areas are clean and in good repair. Advise employees of deficiencies and instruct on corrective action. Provide retraining as needed.
• Routinely perform housekeeping duties including making beds, vacuuming, and cleaning guest suites to ensure guest satisfaction and owner expectations.
• Partner with the Maintenance Manager to operate the proper use and cleaning of all commercial laundry equipment and management of the laundry operation.
• Partner with the Operations Manager to inventory and maintain par levels for linen and supplies.
• Maintain procedures for security of lost and found items.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management.
• Enforce hotel standards, policies, and procedures within the housekeeping department.
• Act as “Manager on duty” as required.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus five years housekeeping experience including a minimum of one year of supervisory training/experience.
• Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English; other languages beneficial.
• Reading and writing abilities are required to communicate with guests and co-workers, complete written tasks, order supplies, receive instructions and read equipment manuals and safety information.
• Mathematical skills including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances.
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments.
• Experience with Microsoft Office preferred.
• Frequently standing, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Will be required to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: Annual Compensation Range: $67,000 - $70,000

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitality